C'était nous

C'était nous, a 16-issue series published by Soleil from 2006 to 2012, is a French comic that explores the bittersweet terrain of memory, first love, and the passage of time. The story follows a group of friends from their teenage years into adulthood, examining how a shared past continues to shape their present lives. The series is most associated with writer and artist David Chauvel, whose warm, expressive linework and nuanced character work give the narrative a deeply personal, reflective feel. Its quiet, emotional resonance has made it a standout in early 21st-century European slice-of-life storytelling.